HDQ 200 Tablet

Hydroxyquinolines (200mg)

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HDQ 200 Tablet is used for the treatment of parasitic worm infections. It kills the infection-causing microorganisms and thus treats the infection.

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 14 Jul 2026 | 01:03 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Hydroxyquinolines (200mg)

Marketer

Matteo Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

HDQ 200 Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

Some people may experience a headache, nausea, hair loss, and vomiting as the side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.

Uses of HDQ Tablet

Worm infections

Benefits of HDQ Tablet

Worm infections
HDQ 200 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that helps treat many parasitic worm infections. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.

Side effects of HDQ Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of HDQ

Headache
Nausea
Hair loss
Vomiting
Abnormal liver function tests
Fever
Dizziness
Abdominal pain
Vertigo

How to use HDQ Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. HDQ 200 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How HDQ Tablet works

HDQ 200 Tablet works by killing and stopping the further growth of parasites causing the infection. This treats your infection.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed HDQ 200 Tablet to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.
It should be taken with food.
Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Swallow it whole with a full glass of water.
Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.
You have been prescribed HDQ 200 Tablet to treat a variety of parasitic worm infections.
It should be taken with food.
Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Swallow it whole with a full glass of water.
It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking HDQ 200 Tablet.
Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with HDQ 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

HDQ 200 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

HDQ 200 Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

HDQ 200 Tablet may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

CAUTION

HDQ 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

HDQ 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Frequently asked questions

Is HDQ 200 Tablet effective?

HDQ 200 Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using HDQ 200 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Can the use of HDQ 200 Tablet cause drowsiness?

Yes, HDQ 200 Tablet can make you feel drowsy. Avoid driving, operating on machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities, especially during the initial days of your treatment. However, if your condition does not improve, consult your doctor.

Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of HDQ 200 Tablet?

The use of HDQ 200 Tablet is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine, and if you are suffering from asthma. Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions before taking the medicine.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of HDQ 200 Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container or pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

What if I forget to take a dose of HDQ 200 Tablet?

If you forget a dose of HDQ 200 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is HDQ 200 Tablet safe?

HDQ 200 Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

8- hydroxyquinolines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Antiprotozoal Agents

References

Phillips MA, Stanley SL Jr. Chemotherapy of Protozoal Infections: Amebiasis, Giardiasis, Trichomoniasis, Trypanosomiasis, Leishmaniasis, and Other Protozoal Infections. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1426-27.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 668-69.

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Address: 101-104 GCP Business centre opp. Memnagar fire station Vijay cross road Memnagar , Ahmedabad-380014 India.

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of HDQ Tablet

Benefits of HDQ Tablet

Side effects of HDQ Tablet

How to use HDQ Tablet

How HDQ Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is HDQ 200 Tablet effective?

Can the use of HDQ 200 Tablet cause drowsiness?

Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of HDQ 200 Tablet?

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of HDQ 200 Tablet?

What if I forget to take a dose of HDQ 200 Tablet?

Is HDQ 200 Tablet safe?

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Habit Forming

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Action Class

References

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